Welcome to: The Parishes of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-St. Ann and Our Lady of Loreto MASS SCHEDULE LORD S DAY MASSES Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 10:00, and 11:30 a.m. DAILY MASS Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. HOLY DAY MASSES Vigil: 7:00 p.m. Holyday: 7:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday at 3:00-3:45 p.m. or by private appointment. MASS SCHEDULE LORD S DAY MASSES Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. DAILY MASS No daily Mass at Our Lady of Loreto at this time. HOLY DAY MASSES 8:00 a.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday at 3:00-3:45 p.m. or by private appointment. 24 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA 01605 Mailing address: 28 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA 01605 Parish telephone: 508-797-4546 Parish fax: 508-755-3506 Religious Education: 508-791-6139 Parish e-mail: lisaolmc@gmail.com Parish Website: www.mtcarmel.ws 33 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA 01604 Parish telephone: 508-753-5001 Parish fax: 508-754-1537 Religious Education - 508-753-5773 Parish e-mail - clergy@ourladyofloreto.net Parish Hall - 508-799-2445 Deacon Paul (home) - 508-886-2856 Liturgical Music - 508-865-5748 Rev. Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone, Pastor Rev. Jesus E. Martinez, Assoc. Pastor Most Rev. George E. Rueger, in residence Gerald Montiverdi, Deacon Joan D Argenis, Director of Religious Education Maria Sciannameo, RCIA Director Mr. Scott Olson, Organist Mr. Michael Garceau, Organist/Wedding Ministry Gloria Caprioi, Safe Environment Coordinator Lisa Fenuccio, Administrative Assistant Phyllis Lynch, Secretary MINISTERIAL STAFF Paul T. Audette, Deacon Mr. Michael Sacco, Mr. Joseph Sama - Finance Ms. Joan Venincasa, Mr. John DaSilva, Mr. Michael Garceau - Music Ms. Virginia Lelakis, Safe Environment Ms. Julia Tufano - Office Mr. John Oliver, Hospitality Ministry SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM To schedule a baptism at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, please call 508-797-4546. To schedule a baptism at Our Lady of Loreto Church, please call 508-753-5001. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY To schedule a wedding at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, please call 508-797-4546. To schedule a wedding at Our Lady of Loreto Church, please call 508-753-5001. ILLNESS Arrangements can be made to have Holy Communion brought to those who are homebound due to illness, age, or impairment of any kind or to celebrate the Sacrament of Anointing and Reconciliation with them. Please call 508-797-4546 or 508-753-5001. PARISH REGISTRATION To become a registered member of either parish, please call 508-797-4546 or 508-753-5001.
OUR LADY OF LORETO PARISH FEBRUARY 21, 2016 Lenten Schedule for Week of February 22 at Loreto and Mt. Carmel Monday, February 22 7:00 am - Mass at Mt. Carmel Tuesday, February 23 7:00 am Mass at Mt. Carmel 6:30-8:00 pm - Confessions at both Loreto and Mt. Carmel Wednesday, February 24 7:00 am - Mass at Mt. Carmel Thursday, February 25 7:00 am - Mass at Mt. Carmel Friday, February 26 7:00 am Mass at Mt. Carmel Noon - 6:30 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at Mt. Carmel 6:30 pm - Stations of the Cross at Mt. Carmel Saturday, February 27 11 am - noon - Confessions at Mt. Carmel 2:30 3:45 pm - Confessions at Loreto and Mt. Carmel Sunday, February 28 11:30 am - Anointing of the Sick during Mass at Mt. Carmel Lenten Prayer O Jesus, Who by reason of Thy burning love for us hast willed to be crucified and to shed Thy Most Precious Blood for the redemption and salvation of our souls, look down upon us here gathered together in remembrance of Thy most sorrowful Passion and Death, fully trusting in Thy mercy; cleanse us from sin by Thy grace, sanctify our toil, give unto us and unto all those who are dear to us our daily bread, sweeten our sufferings, bless our families, and to the nations so sorely afflicted, grant Thy peace, which is the only true peace, so that by obeying Thy commandments we may come at last to the glory of Heaven. Amen. Traditional PARTNERS IN CHARITY Again this year we are asked to assist the Diocese in its charitable and educational outreach to the people of Worcester County. This appeal is a vital lifeline for many throughout the Diocese and allows our parish members to assist in the Church s mission. This appeal will be taken up at all Masses the weekend of February 27-28 at Our Lady of Loreto. Our goal this year is $26,400. Please be generous. YEAR OF MERCY A man I know has lived most of his life trying to deal with the pain he experienced in his relationship with his mother while growing up. One day I said to him, Hey, look, you just have to forgive her. That s all. But where does the ability to forgive come from? If the hurt we have received seems to have stolen our lives from us, has darkened our days and twisted our choices, how is it possible simply to set this aside? God s grace must have reached my friend, because his mother called me one day to say that he had stopped by just to hug her silently. Mercy consists not simply in working things through but in begging for the grace to embrace our lives and to be grateful for everything. Father Vincent Nagle, F.S.C.B. Thank You for the donation made to Our Lady of Loreto Memorial Fund in memory of Carl Mangano: Claire & Donald Biron All are invited to participate in contributing to our new Our Lady of Mt. Carmel St. Ann and Our Lady of Loreto Cookbook project no matter what your nationality! All those recipes, whether they have been handed down through generations or are your own creation, are valuable. Won t you please share them with us? Loreto Financial Stewardship For the week ending February 14, 2016 Income Offertory $2,155.00 Funeral Stipends 800.00 Latin America 151.00 Fuel 131.00 Catholic Free Press 120.00 Donations 100.00 Maintenance 65.00 Mass Stipends 40.00 Candles 24.00 Memorial Donations 20.00 TOTAL $3,606.00 Excluding monies restricted to specific needs, we paid the following bills with this week s deposit and from our reserve in the checking account: Expenses Professional Fees $1,700.00 Funeral Stipends 500.00 Salaries & Wages 376.00 Heating Oil (Center) 320.13 Organists 250.00 Mass Stipends (January) 105.00 Office Expense 25.03 TOTAL $3,276.16 The Finance Committee has determined that we need to collect $5,380 weekly to meet our financial obligations.
THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT FEBRUARY 21, 2016 Mark Your Calendar Mon., Feb. 22-9 am - 3 pm - UMass Care Mobile @ Loreto 3:00 pm - Prayer Group @ Lourdes Tues., Feb. 23-7:00 pm - Knights of Columbus in Loreto Center Wed., Feb. 24-6:30-9:30 pm - Deacon Class at Loreto Center Sun., Feb. 28-10:30-11:45 am Religious Education for Grades 1-9 @ Lourdes UPCOMING EVENTS Monday, Feb. 22-1-2:00 pm - Our Lady of Good Council, six-session Bereavement Support group. Call Renate @ 508-8353286 to register. Thursday, March 3-St. Patrick s Celebration - Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, Miramar Retreat Center, 6:30 pm, $45/p. Tickets: 781-585-2460, ext. 312 Saturday, March 5 - CCD Teachers Macaroni & Meatballs CONTEST - See below. March 7-11 - Passing Over with Christ: Abundant Blessings and Amazing Graces -Miramar Retreat Center, Duxbury, MA 781-585-2460. Saturday, March 12-16th Annual Diocesan Men s Conference @ Worcester DCU. Call 508-929- 4345 for more information. April 21-24 - Men s Cursillo Weekend - Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT. Call Carolyn @ 508-847-7005 or Joan @ 774-239-2474 for more information. June 23-26 - Women s Cursillo Weekend at Prindle Pond Conference Center, Charlton, MA. Call 508-847-7005 or 774-239-2474 for information. Notre Dame Academy - All 7th grade students are invit ed to spend a day at NDA! For more information, call The Office of Admissions at 508-757- 6200, ext. 229 or visit www.nda-worc.org. Our Lady of Lourdes / Our Lady of Loreto CCD TEACHERS CONTEST!! Saturday, March 5 Immediately after the 5:15 pm Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall CCD Teachers will compete! WHO?? Makes the best Macaroni & Meatballs You be the judge!!! Vote for your favorite!! Donation $ 5/ pp Mass Intentions for Our Lady of Loreto SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2016 4:00 pm Maureen Karalus By Peg Moran SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT FEBRUARY 21, 2016 8:00 am - Living & Deceased Parishioners 10:30 am Kristina Naikelis By Vanda Ramonas SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2016 4:00 pm Deceased Members of the Murgo Family By Flo & Tony Murgo And Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Giorgio, Frank, Frances, & Stephen By Daughter, Linda Carreau Confessions: 2:30 pm at Loreto THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT FEBRUARY 28, 2016 8:00 am - John Kris (1A) By Mom, Aldona Kibelkstis 10:30 am Frank (6A) & Raymond (7A) Reno By Family And Deceased Members of the Caricchio Family By Maria & Jeannie Members of the family requesting the Mass are asked to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. Please make yourselves known to the Hospitality Ministers and position yourselves when it is convenient to join the Offertory Procession. Rest in Peace We, the parish community of Our Lady of Loreto, extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ann Chiusano. May God grant her peace forever and bring comfort to her family and friends. 2015-2016 Religious Education News for Our Lady of Loreto Classes for Grades 1-9 and for Confirmation are on Sunday mornings immediately following the 9:30 Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes (10:30 11:45 am). Contact Joe Caforio at 978-808- 8583 or Deacon Paul at 508-753-5001 if you would like more information or for a registration form. All public school students need to be enrolled in Religious Education classes. In addition, all public, parochial and private school students need to be enrolled in Grade 2 (First Penance & Communion) classes. March 5 - See article about Macaroni & Meatballs Contest March 13 - All students will participate in the Stations of the Cross at Lourdes
THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT FEBRUARY 21, 2016 WEEKEND COLLECTION OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL 2/13/2016 & 2/14/2016 4:00 PM Mass $834.00 8:00 AM Mass $550.00 10:00 AM Mass $971.00 11:30 AM Mass $498.00 Shared Envelopes $165.00 Total Mass Collections $3,018.00 Special Collections: Weekend Envelopes mailed in $1,145.00 Catholic Free Press $35.00 Catholic Relief Services $10.00 Easter $20.00 Easter Flowers $70.00 Fuel $160.00 Holy Land/Good Friday $8.00 Initial Offering $5.00 Churches in Latin America $523.00 Capital Campaign $135.00 On-Line Giving $205.00 Candle Offering $209.00 Total $2,525.00 Restricted Funds $711.00 Unrestricted Funds $4,832.00 Total $5,543.00 The Finance Committee has determined that we need to collect $9,400 each week to meet our current expenses. Thank you for your continued support of Our Lady of Mount Carmel-St. Ann parish. EXPANDED OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONFESSION Confessions will be heard every Tuesday evening in Lent from 6:30 to 8:00 pm and every Saturday from 2:30 to 3:45 pm at both Mt. Carmel and Loreto. Additionally, every Saturday from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at Mt. Carmel only. VERY IMPORTANT MEETING OF ALL PARISH- IONERS OF BOTH PARISHES ON TODAY (SUNDAY), FEBRUARY 21 ST BEGINNING AT 1:00 PM IN MT. CARMEL PARISH CENTER. WE WILL BE DISCUSSING THE FUTURE PLANS FOR BOTH PARISHES. YOU ARE STRONGLY URGED TO ATTEND. WINTER WEATHER POLICY For the sake of safety, when Worcester schools cancel or delay class, morning Mass at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church is canceled. Please listen to WTAG or WSRS for no school announcements. SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING On February 21 st at the 10:30 Mass at Loreto and on February 28 th at the 11:30 Mass at Mount Carmel, we will administer the Sacrament of Anointing. This sacrament is intended for those experiencing serious illness, are awaiting surgery, are dealing with the debilitating effects of old age or are feeling the need for physical, emotional or spiritual healing. You are invited to come forward for the reception of this sacrament. BAKE SALE The Dominican Sisters will be at Our Lady of Mount Carmel selling their baked goods on Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28 after all Masses. They will be selling their breads, brownies, and apple and blueberry pies. These are baked according to the Dominican Sisters. The proceeds from the sale will be used to buy medical supplies for their mission to support the lepers. Your support is greatly appreciated. PARTNERS IN CHARITY Again this year we are asked to assist the Diocese in its charitable and educational outreach to the people of Worcester County. This appeal is a vital lifeline for many throughout the Diocese and allows our parish members to assist in the Church s mission. This appeal will be taken up at all Masses the weekend of March 5-6 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Our goal this year is $56,700. Please be generous. BEATO ANGELO D ACRI ITALIAN WOMEN S CLUB 79 YEARS STRONG! We are welcoming new members and past members to come join in the fellowship of belonging to the Beato Angelo d Acri Italian Women s Club. If you are at least 18 years of age, of Acri or other Italian decent, or are Italian thru marriage, please drop in and check us out. We meet the first Monday of the following months: March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December at the American Legion Post #201 326 Plantation St. Worcester. Meetings begin at 7:00 P.M. If you cannot make our first meeting, you are welcome to join us at any of our remaining meetings. The dues is $20.00 for our calendar year. Some of the things you ll experience are field trips, guest speakers, parade participation, community service projects, and delicious coffee and prepared by volunteering members. I look forward to seeing all the new faces and welcoming back our past members. Jane Sabatalo Karantzoulidis- President
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ST. ANN PARISH FEBRUARY 21, 2016 Saturday, February 20, 2016 4:00 p.m. Eric E. Swenson (First Anniversary) by Mother and Sister Sunday, February 21, 2016 8:00 a.m. Joseph Cianci (First Anniversary) by Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cianci and daughter Gianna John A. Pascarelli (21st Anniversary) by wife Lillian Sunday, February 21, 2016 10:00 a.m. Francis Turo (Anniversary and Birthday Remem brance) by Family Gregory Travaglio by Carlo and Lucrezia Sasso Nikki & Joe Gangai by Marlene, Steve, Gene and Michelle Sunday, February 21, 2016 11:30 a.m. Felix D. Scricco, Jr. by Wife and Daughters Frank & Mary Bafaro, Lorraine & William Blais, Carl & Richard Bafaro and Dr. John Howard by Family Monday, February 22, 2016 7:00 a.m. Parishioners Intentions Tuesday, February 23, 2016 7:00 a.m. The Sick of the Parish Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:00 a.m. Theresa B. Scaglione by grandson Michael Scaglione Thursday, February 25, 2016 7:00 a.m. Parishioners Intentions Friday, February 26, 2016 7:00 am. Fr. Frank Listro, Jr. and Fr. Gerald Dorais by David and Barbara Lamacchia Saturday, February 27, 2016 4:00 p.m. Dominic DiBaro Sr. and Dominic DiBaro Jr. by Family Sunday, February 28, 2016 8:00 a.m. Matteo, Angelo and Nancy Santa Maria and all brothers, sister and in-laws Sunday, February 28, 2016 10:00 a.m. Michael DelloStritto (Birthday Remembrance) by wife Josie and Children Marco Salerno and Cafaro Vincenza by Son and Family Please pray for the sick of our parish: Anna Perro, Francis Caffone, Susan Stomski, Donna Grasseschi, Lori Blackwell, Carmella Szklarz, Matteo Fiore, Matthew Hicks, Henry Penny, Patrick Loconto, Eleanor Lupisella, Butch Rano, Mary O Connor, Christina Rovezzi, Christopher Collazo, Eleanor Gaudenzi, Eileen Biziewski, Patricia Naples, Paula Mari, Sim Simone, Cathy Coffey, Mary Ciuffredo, Mildred Bassan, Vincent Pusateri, Debbie Caffone, Carol Youngstrom, Juana E. Pignataro, Joseph Lapomardo, Joseph Ginskus, Philip Powers, Ethel Toney, Marcia DiLeo, Virginia Czubrynsk, Karen Remian, Chester DiLeo, Nelson Carlson, Donna & Skippy Brideau, Mike Scaglione and Sandra Powers. May the Lord give them strength, courage and healing. Our Lady of Mount Carmel St. Ann Golden Years Club Program for the Month February 2016 February 23, 2016 10:00 A.M. Socializing 12:00 NOON Lunch Followed by Social. ADULT CONTINUING ED CLASSES Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St. Ann Parish will continue the Adult Continuing Ed Classes beginning on Monday February 8, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. During these sessions, we will be discussing what the season of Lent and how we can best participate in it in preparation for Easter. Anyone interested in taking part in these sessions, are asked to please contact Maria @ 508-842-7604. 2 ND SUNDAY OF LENT I am the Lord who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land as a possession. (Genesis 15:7) Just as the Lord gave Abraham, Moses and the Israelites a land to possess, He has also given each of us a home. Whether our home is grand or humble, it is a gift from God. Abraham prepared a great sacrifice to the Lord in gratitude for the home God gave him. How do we show our gratitude to God for the home He has given us? Do we make a sacrifice of any kind? Do we return any of our finances to God, investing equally in our eternal home just as we invest in our earthly home? Sunday, February 28, 2016 11:30 a.m. The People of the Parish
THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT FEBRUARY 21, 2016 DONATIONS NEEDED The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Women s Guild has decided on two service projects. 1. A collection is being made for the Veterans of socks and toiletries. A box will be placed in the center to drop off items. The delivery will be made at the beginning of February. 2. Another collection of socks, scarfs, mittens and hats for the needy. These items will be dropped off at various locations where there is the most need. A box for this collection will also be placed in the Parish Center. This delivery will be made on Saturday, February 6. If you would like to join the Women s Guild meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Parish Center. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m. PANCAKE BREAKFAST The Pancake Breakfast will be held February 28 after the 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. Masses. Cost is $4 per person. Meal includes pancakes, sausage and juice. Hope to see you there. CCD 9 th and 10 th Grades will be presenting a Power Point Presentation on a variety of Religious Topics these presentations will be done using Paintings, Sculptors, and Books. The students will choose a particular work of art or book and explain the meaning behind the work of art or book. All parents, sponsors, friends and relatives are invited to join us on the evenings of Monday, March 7 (9 th grade presentations) and Tuesday, March 8 (10 th grade presentations) starting at 6:30 p.m. We are looking for donations of cookies and pastries 10th grade students also chose a particular question to answer and will present it via Power Point Commitment Sunday for Confirmation Candidates is Sunday, March 13 at the 10:00 a.m. Mass. First Penance is March 19 at 8:30 a.m. with tea to follow at the Parish Center. PARISH FOOD PANTRY Through your generosity, we are able to help families in our local area with food. Please drop off food items in the white cart in the rear of the church. Your donations make a big difference to some one who is hungry. Many thanks! HOLY THURSDAY - March 24 Mass for both parishes at 7:30 pm at Mt. Carmel only. A bus will be available after the Holy Thursday Mass so that we may visit local churches. WOMEN S LENTEN RETREAT The Women s Guild will sponsor a spiritually enriching retreat on March 18 from 6-9 p.m. in the Parish Center. This will include a light supper, Stations of the Cross and also a talk from our guest speaker Sister Mary Ann Bartell. Sister Mary Ann Bartell is a has been a Carmelite Sister of the Eucharist for over 40 years. Her current position with the Diocese is the care and advocacy of retired priests. R.SV.P. By calling the main office at 508-797-4546 no later than March 11. FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY Friday March 4 6:30 p.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel 28 Mulberry St - Worcester- Fish (Haddock) and Chips - $12.00 Baked Haddock with Baked Potato or Rice Pilaf- $12.00 Fish Chowder - $3.00 Macaroni and Cheese - $3.00 Tickets must be purchased in advanced. Tickets will be available in the parish office or by emailing Joan at joan_dargenis@yahoo.com IACC NEW YORK TRIP April 23 24, 2016 roundtrip deluxe motor coach to New York City Hotel Lexington New York City 48 th Street 2 in the room - $265.00 per person, 3 in the room - $225.00 per person, 4 in the room - $195.00 per person. Price includes hotel and bus, and a visit to the Metropolitan Museum The Cloisters. I will send additional options as I get I make arrangements. I am looking into a show, museum, etc. Name Address Phone Email Amount paid Send payment to Joan D Argenis, 4 Grove Heights Drive, Worcester, Ma 01605. Checks should be written payable to the IACC.
End of Bulletin Church Name: Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel St. Ann City: Worcester Account Number: 04-0513 Routing Code: Y Run: 15 Editor: